…Begins Conversion Of Over 7,000 Vehicles
BY JUMAI NWACHUKWU
IN a bold move to support Nigeria’s clean energy transition and reduce dependence on fossil fuels, the Chief Executive Officer, Electra Motors, Mr Charles Omordia, has announced the conversion of over 7000 vehicles in Delta State to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG).
He announced the remarkable feat at the official launch of the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) initiative, aimed at transforming Nigeria’s transport sector and reducing the country’s reliance on fossil fuels, at the Delta State Innovation Hub, Asaba,
Mr. Omordia revealed that the company has begun the conversion of more than 7,000 vehicles in the state to run on CNG free. This achievement, he noted, marks a pivotal moment not only for the company but also for Nigeria’s broader clean energy transition.
According to him, the initiative is not just about vehicle conversion, but about setting the foundation for a long-term commitment to energy diversification and environmental sustainability.
“With this development, Electra Motors has firmly positioned itself at the forefront of Nigeria’s green mobility revolution, sending a clear signal that the future of transport is no longer on the horizon — it is here, and it runs on clean, efficient energy, ” he said.
Similarly, the Delta State Commissioner for Transport, Hon. Onoriode Agofure, described the initiative as a hope for commercial drivers, fleet owners, and everyday commuters, offering them a chance to cut fuel costs, reduce emissions, and extend the lifespan of their vehicles.
Agofure applauded the leadership of Electra Motors for their bold vision in choosing Delta as the birthplace of what would be a national model for clean energy mobility, as he stated that the government is proud to witness the state take a frontline position in supporting Nigeria’s energy transition through the Presidential CNG Initiative (PCNGI).
He added that the state has assured its full support in facilitating collaborations and ensuring the safety and standard of all CNG-converted vehicles on the State roads, while revealing that the state government is making plans to train over 10,000 youths in CNG conversion to create employment opportunities for them.
In the same vein, the Commissioner for Science and Technology, Hon. Daniel Odigie represented by the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Ejiro Ogheneaga applauded the initiative and urged Deltans to key into the initiative.
In his remarks, the Regional Coordinator CNG Expansion, Mr. Musa Benjamin, described the initiative as a positive step towards reducing the cost of transportation for Nigerians. He applauded the initiative, stating the socio-economic benefits to be enjoyed by Deltans when the vehicles are fully converted.
In addition, the state Secretary, Nigeria Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), Delta State Chapter, Comrade Tony Igwebuike described the move as a welcome development to transporters, specifically in an era when the cost of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) is eating deep into the pockets of transporters. He assured that the union will spread the message to other stakeholders, so they can key into the initiative.
Also speaking at the event, the Head ,Electra Motors’ CNG Conversion Unit, Mr. Joshua Eromon, described the initiative not merely as an alternative, but as a perfect, reliable, safe, and environmentally friendly substitute for petroleum.
He urged Deltans to embrace the innovation as a step toward driving the future forward.
